What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accounting Analyst position at Freeman Boatworks?
Description
Senior Accounting Analyst
Freeman Boatworks, recognized around the world for quality, performance, and comfort, is seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to join our growing Finance team. This position is ideal for an accounting or finance professional with 2–5 years of experience who is looking to leverage a strong accounting foundation while expanding into financial analysis, forecasting, and operational decision support.
Working closely with Accounting, Sales, Operations, and executive leadership, you'll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records while helping drive profitability analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decision-making across multiple business segments. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to both corporate accounting and FP&A within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules as part of the monthly close process
- Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and bank reconciliations
- Maintain the general ledger and support accurate financial reporting
- Assist with inventory accounting, manufacturing cost accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations
- Support the preparation of monthly financial statements and management reporting
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and internal controls
Financial Analysis & Business Support
- Prepare profitability estimates for production builds and customer change orders
- Analyze gross margins, manufacturing costs, and budget versus actual performance
- Partner with Sales and Operations to improve profitability and support business decisions
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
- Prepare monthly financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive leadership
- Perform ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and operational improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 2–5 years of accounting, finance, or public accounting experience (manufacturing experience is a plus)
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements
- Experience with month-end close, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including lookup functions, pivot tables, and data analysis
- Experience with Power Query, ERP systems, or financial modeling is a plus
- Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, company-paid life & disability more!
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- A collaborative, people-focused workplace built on craftsmanship and innovation
Please note: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.